Support Worker Learning Disabilities and Mental Health

TN United Kingdom; Croydon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Croydon is seeking a Support Worker for young adults with learning disabilities and mental health needs. The role involves assisting teachers and support staff in creating effective learning and care plans, while managing challenging behaviour. Ideal candidates will have experience in support settings and a clear DBS check. Graduates interested in SEN are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in a support setting desired.
• Clear Enhanced DBS registered to the update service required.

Responsibilities

• Support class teacher and multi-agency teams in devising learning and care plans.
• Manage triggers of challenging behaviour while supporting children academically and socially.

Skills

Challenging Behaviour

Safeguarding

Job description

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Support Worker Learning Disabilities and Mental Health, Croydon

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Client:

GSL Education

Location:

Croydon, United Kingdom

Job Category:

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

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Job Description:

Full-Time Role

Temp and Permanent work available

This is an Alternative Schooling Provision which caters for young adults aged 10- 19 with various SEN including Mental Health, Complex Needs and Autism.

Your role will involve supporting the class teacher, Support Staff and multi agency teams devise learning and care plans and to encourage the child/ young person to reach their full potential.

You will be required to set clear boundaries and manage triggers of challenging behaviour whilst supporting the child academically, emotionally and socially.

Children at this school have multiple complex and sensory needs- Support workers looking to be trained as Teaching Assistants/ Cover supervisors are encouraged to apply.

Graduates looking to work with SEN are also encouraged to apply.

The ideal candidate:

- Experience working within an Education setting is not required, however experience working with young people within a support setting is desired.

- Experience working with Challenging Behaviour within an Education, Residential or Support Setting

- Would have a Clear Enhanced DBS registered to the update service (we can provide you with details on how to start a new application)

- Will be able to provide a full career history and 2 referees.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

For more information or to register your interest, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV.